Post by Deleted on Apr 12, 2007 22:19:23 GMT
While there's a lot of herberts using the Forum tonight, might as well have a quiz about herbs.
A picture and a description for each. All you have to do is identify them for a simple point each.
1
Used since olden times as a cure-all for sick people in general. A drink made from it was believed to be soothing to the nerves, comforting to the heart and cheering to the spirit.
2
Used by the Chinese more than 2000 years ago as an antidote to poison and as a means to stop bleeding.
3
Spread by the Romans throughout Europe, it became known as a charm against witchcraft: Its delicate scent was thought to be unbearable for anyone who had sold their soul to the devil.
4
Once used for flavouring both gin and bread. A popular sweet called a 'comfit' was made by coating the seed with a hard sugary covering.
5
The Romans believed that a garland made of this would prevent drunkenness at a dinner party. They also believed that the horses of the gods and heroes ate it to give them strength.
6
The winter variety is stronger than the summer variety. It is often known as the 'bean herb' because it adds excellent flavour to beans. The Romans used it as a general medicine and it is still thought good to rub this on a bee sting.
7
It was considered a compliment in Ancient Greece to tell someone that they smelled of this. Also, bees are particularly attracted to it.
8
Thought to be good for the memory, which is perhaps an association for its name. There was also an old superstition that this plant will droop if its owner is unwell and thrive if he/she is fit.
9
A versatile plant with a clinging pinetree fragrance. A little of this sprinkled over hot coals while barbecueing meat will show why Greeks and Romans valued it as incense and why it has always been used as a meat seasoner. Tea flavoured with it is reputed to ensure a good night's sleep - and is particularly effective against headaches.
10
Name derived from a Saxon word meaning to lull. Gripe water, which is made from its seeds, is used to quieten colicky babies and induce sleep.
11
The Greeks believed that this induced courage, strength and longevity. The Chinese and Hindus used it as a remedy against snake bites. Today still considered an aid to expelling poisons from the blood.
12
One of the oldest herbs known to man, this is considered sacred in India, where Hindus place it in the hands of the dead to ensure a troublefree passage to Paradise.
Good luck !
A picture and a description for each. All you have to do is identify them for a simple point each.
1
Used since olden times as a cure-all for sick people in general. A drink made from it was believed to be soothing to the nerves, comforting to the heart and cheering to the spirit.
2
Used by the Chinese more than 2000 years ago as an antidote to poison and as a means to stop bleeding.
3
Spread by the Romans throughout Europe, it became known as a charm against witchcraft: Its delicate scent was thought to be unbearable for anyone who had sold their soul to the devil.
4
Once used for flavouring both gin and bread. A popular sweet called a 'comfit' was made by coating the seed with a hard sugary covering.
5
The Romans believed that a garland made of this would prevent drunkenness at a dinner party. They also believed that the horses of the gods and heroes ate it to give them strength.
6
The winter variety is stronger than the summer variety. It is often known as the 'bean herb' because it adds excellent flavour to beans. The Romans used it as a general medicine and it is still thought good to rub this on a bee sting.
7
It was considered a compliment in Ancient Greece to tell someone that they smelled of this. Also, bees are particularly attracted to it.
8
Thought to be good for the memory, which is perhaps an association for its name. There was also an old superstition that this plant will droop if its owner is unwell and thrive if he/she is fit.
9
A versatile plant with a clinging pinetree fragrance. A little of this sprinkled over hot coals while barbecueing meat will show why Greeks and Romans valued it as incense and why it has always been used as a meat seasoner. Tea flavoured with it is reputed to ensure a good night's sleep - and is particularly effective against headaches.
10
Name derived from a Saxon word meaning to lull. Gripe water, which is made from its seeds, is used to quieten colicky babies and induce sleep.
11
The Greeks believed that this induced courage, strength and longevity. The Chinese and Hindus used it as a remedy against snake bites. Today still considered an aid to expelling poisons from the blood.
12
One of the oldest herbs known to man, this is considered sacred in India, where Hindus place it in the hands of the dead to ensure a troublefree passage to Paradise.
Good luck !
